salaryHuntsville is 22% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Irvine to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,364
$3,405
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,207
$3,344
💵 Families earn per year
$80,579
$147,451
🔑 Buying a house
$293,600
$1,191,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
113.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,345
$9,543
⚡ Electric bill per month
$181
$113
👥 People living there
222,791
311,690
Commute to work
19.7 min
24.7 min
College degree
47.2%
70.6%
Own their home
58.3%
44.5%
Below poverty line
12.6%
10.8%
Unemployment
4.1%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Huntsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Huntsville | Irvine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,010 | $98,050 | +104% in Irvine |
| Dental Hygienist | $62,370 | $122,980 | +97% in Irvine |
| Police Officer | $64,550 | $121,980 | +89% in Irvine |
| Registered Nurse | $77,090 | $135,560 | +76% in Irvine |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,250 | $101,860 | +64% in Irvine |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,900 | $161,470 | +55% in Irvine |
| Carpenter | $48,970 | $75,740 | +55% in Irvine |
| Physician Assistant | $107,230 | $161,890 | +51% in Irvine |
Frequently asked questions
Is Huntsville or Irvine cheaper to live in?
Huntsville is about 22% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,364 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Irvine to match $60,000 in Huntsville?
About $73,212 a year gives the same standard of living in Irvine.
Where do people earn more, Huntsville or Irvine?
The typical household earns $80,579 in Huntsville and $147,451 in Irvine, 45% more in Irvine.